Need a good chiropractor for hip problem

[bobivison@comcast.net]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

[Whitley]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

HI, my wife has hip pain as well. She is almost 50. Xray showed some type of severe arthritis. Eventually we are told she will need a replacement. For now we go to get her an injection into the hip that relieves the pain for over a month. You may want to discuss this option with your doctor.

[splashes]

Legacy Chiro in laurel manor 3522590024 very good

[Two Bills]

I cannot see the point of having treatment before seeing doctor to find cause of problem
You can cause more damage having these bone crackers pulling you about.

[oldtimes]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

Physical therapy worked wonders for me. Has she discussed this with her doctor?

[Babubhat]

In Clermont and worth the trip. Unlike any other. Results are what matter. See YouTube link for the experience. Not a 2 minute crack and go. There is a big difference between those who treat the symptom and keep you coming back instead of fixing the issue.

Will explain your issues in detail as treatment proceeds. Here is a hip pain video .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2jwQXM9ZCE

Chiropractic ToTheMAX - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Chirotothemax)

[golfing eagles]

I cannot see the point of having treatment before seeing doctor to find cause of problem
You can cause more damage having these bone crackers pulling you about.

First of all, the term "good chiropractor" is an oxymoron.

Second, hip pain? The appropriate professional to see is an orthopedist.

[golfing eagles]

In Clermont and worth the trip. Unlike any other. Results are what matter. See YouTube link for the experience. Not a 2 minute crack and go.

Will explain your issues in detail as treatment proceeds. Here is a hip pain video .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2jwQXM9ZCE

Chiropractic ToTheMAX - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Chirotothemax)

Explain your issues in detail???:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

First of all, your issue will almost always be a "subluxation of your vertebral bodies", since that is the only thing these guys know.

And your treatment will be a series of "adjustments"--also the only thing they know

"If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail."

Now, if you are really, really lucky, and by that I mean the best 5-10% of chiropractors, they will add in physical therapy modalities.
While I agree that results matter, best to go to a real doctor first and get a real diagnosis. Then you can play around with these fringe practitioners and if you do get better, for whatever reason, since it usually not the "adjustment", great.

[PugMom]

i cannot see the point of having treatment before seeing doctor to find cause of problem
you can cause more damage having these bone crackers pulling you about.

bingo!!

[tophcfa]

Been doing the chiropractor and massage thing for a while hoping it will help the constantly hurting area surrounding the hip. Finally went to the orthopedic office and the x-ray showed the whole joint bone on bone. Got an ultra sound guided cortisone injection for temporary relief which helped, but need a replacement eventually. Fortunately, I have a high tolerance for pain and am going to power through it a little longer until I am eligible for Medicare and get a good Part G Medigap plan. The good news is that the ortho Doc told me the hip replacement is a picnic in the park compared to the knee replacement I already had done. Dam, all the mogul skiing, water skiing, football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, hiking the white mountains, etc… is coming back to haunt me now.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

Chiropractors are not diagnosticians. You need someone to diagnose the source of the pain. If it's caused by osteoarthritis, then chiropractic won't do a darned thing to help, and could make it worse. If it's caused by a joint that slips from the socket, chiropractic can help, but can't fix. If it's caused by a pinched nerve in the lower spine (sciatica or similar), chiropractic can help and possibly fix, along with heat packs and regular exercise. If it's caused by a broken bone, chiropractic will absolutely make it worse.

[Papa_lecki]

I had a hip problem a few years ago - it was muscular.
I went the professional stretching route vs chiropractor.
Look up Stretch Lab or Stretch Zone. Both in 466A
I liked Stretch Lab best. Alleviated all my pain, in about 4 to 6 sessions.

[Gpsma]

Explain your issues in detail???:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

First of all, your issue will almost always be a "subluxation of your vertebral bodies", since that is the only thing these guys know.

And your treatment will be a series of "adjustments"--also the only thing they know

"If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail."



Now, if you are really, really lucky, and by that I mean the best 5-10% of chiropractors, they will add in physical therapy modalities.
While I agree that results matter, best to go to a real doctor first and get a real diagnosis. Then you can play around with these fringe practitioners and if you do get better, for whatever reason, since it usually not the "adjustment", great.

Sorry DR Golfer…all medical professions today have their worth.
My guess…you dont like DOs either.
Todays chiripractors are no longer tge ones that declared 100 years ago they could cure all diseases by manipulation.

Chipopractors have helped many people. But i agree..go to. Doctor first to diagnose the priblem.

My guess…u were a surgeon…lol. No bedside manner.

[jebartle]

Just for the those NOT in love with DC's, my husband had MANY md's with bad backs that were patients in NC. Best part of Chiropractic, you don't have to believe, and it still works, IF you have the right Chiropractor.

[villagetinker]

I had sciatic pain which DR. David Kuhns (Wildwood) was able to take care of in around 6 treatments, and I have been pain free since, going on 2 years now. However, I agree with some of the comments above, have an orthopedic doctor look at the hip (MRI/Xrays, etc) to see what is going on. They can then recommend a suitable course of treatment.

[NotGolfer]

I've had this off and on for a few years. I used to see a chiropractor for back pain (not my hips) and the "solution" was temporary. There is also a muscle that mimics sciatica---the periformis muscle. It could be inflamed but stretching may help. Back to my issues---went to P.T. and it helped for awhile....until recently. I have an app't for an MRI to determine the cause and a few days later with a pain dr. Add to this I've been diagnosed with osteoarthritis as well as rheumatoid arthritis (both are very different from one another). Our bodies are complicated so I wish you well in finding a workable solution.

[golfing eagles]

Sorry DR Golfer…all medical professions today have their worth.
My guess…you dont like DOs either.
Todays chiripractors are no longer tge ones that declared 100 years ago they could cure all diseases by manipulation.

Chipopractors have helped many people. But i agree..go to. Doctor first to diagnose the priblem.

My guess…u were a surgeon…lol. No bedside manner.

Wrong, wrong,right, right, wrong,right, wrong and wrong

[jebartle]

A broad brush comment about almost anything or anybody is probably wrong.

[GoPacers]

Wrong, wrong,right, right, wrong,right, wrong and wrong
And your point is???

[mrfixit]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

The Best that I know of....... Dr Gregory Johnson @ Advaned Chiropractic Relief in Houston, TX

www.youtube.com/watch?v=eExhdmy8hNc

He treats Pro Athletes and Entertainers and People from all over the USA .

[star20166@yahoo.com]

Dr. David Kuhn, DC in Wildwood on 301. Palmer School grad was the first DC in this area 30-40 years ago. Old school hands on evaluation and treatment. I wouldn't hesitate getting an appointment for evaluation and a course of treatment. There are plenty of ortho surgeons that exist to replace your joints. Try natural first.

[golfing eagles]

And your point is???

just responding to the points made by that person in their stupid post

[dnobles]

We have gone to Dr David Kuhn on 301 in Wildwood for a number of years. Very happy with him

[dnobles]

Dr David Kuhn on 301 Wildwood

[JoelJohnson]

I had a hip replacement last year by Dr. Duke. Recovery was fast and easy. Very happy I had it done.

[Kathryn Putt]

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[Larchap49]

HI, my wife has hip pain as well. She is almost 50. Xray showed some type of severe arthritis. Eventually we are told she will need a replacement. For now we go to get her an injection into the hip that relieves the pain for over a month. You may want to discuss this option with your doctor.

Had my hip replaced. It is now as good as new. Used Dr Joseph Locker at Orthopedic Institute in Ocala 5 stars. I wish I had skipped all the shots and pain and had it done sooner.

[MandoMan]

Been doing the chiropractor and massage thing for a while hoping it will help the constantly hurting area surrounding the hip. Finally went to the orthopedic office and the x-ray showed the whole joint bone on bone. Got an ultra sound guided cortisone injection for temporary relief which helped, but need a replacement eventually. Fortunately, I have a high tolerance for pain and am going to power through it a little longer until I am eligible for Medicare and get a good Part G Medigap plan. The good news is that the ortho Doc told me the hip replacement is a picnic in the park compared to the knee replacement I already had done. Dam, all the mogul skiing, water skiing, football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, hiking the white mountains, etc… is coming back to haunt me now.

Alas. People don’t usually realize that sports like that can hurt them until the damage has been done, often in the name of being healthy. They might improve cardiovascular fitness, but perhaps less than a proper diet and more moderate exercise like walking and climbing stairs and a bit of weight lifting now and then.

[KeithD]

Olcott treated me for a nagging back pain problem. Problem solved in three sessions and they did not recommend returning.

[maistocars]

Dr. Kuhn in Wildwood is my chiro. Excellent!

[virtualcynthia]

Dr. Kuhn has helped me with headaches, hip pain and lower back pain radiating down my leg. If it can be caused by misaligned spine, chiropractic can help. Sometimes you have a pain and don’t mentally connect to your spine so I have gotten into a habit of trying Dr. Kuhn before a specialist. If at the first visit he doesn’t feel anything, he’ll let you know. He has never cracked any part of me. He uses his hands or an activator. He’s a sole practitioner so I don’t worry about him leaving and my having to start with a new person.

112 South Main St
Wildwood FL
(352) 748-1125

[dbrooks]

There are many good Chiropractors! My niece and friend are excellent in their field and went to college for 8 years to become a Chiropractic Professional. They know when to xray, send to patient to the next correct medical or physical therapy doctor. Just like dentists, some are good and some are bad.

[richrjones]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

To answer your question without being judgmental Compton Chiropractor
DC Daniel Taylor 352-391-9467 He is very good.

[dbrooks]

Chiropractors are real doctors. It depends if they studied pharmacology is one of the differences. Chiropractors have been recommended by many of my medical doctors that only deal with pharmacy medicine and refer you to a specialist. A good Chiropractor refer you to the correct specialist if their field of healthcare can't help you. They are recognized as part of the healthcare system just like dentists, orthopedics, etc.

[bp243]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks

Please start by seeing your doctor. Although it took several years to correct my hip issue, physical therapy was the solution. Nevertheless, it could be most anything and your doctor should be the first contact.

[sarp1967]

My husband is a retired chiropractor and sees Jeff Glover in Leesburg.

[Richpetty42]

Dr.Christopher Bissett DC (Chiropractor) near Spanish Springs is really good. -Contact at 352-430-0064
*Better Life Medical and Chiropractic* —>314 LaGrande Blvd, Suite A
Lady Lake, FL 32159-2393<—
He’s really good

[retiredguy123]

Please start by seeing your doctor. Although it took several years to correct my hip issue, physical therapy was the solution. Nevertheless, it could be most anything and your doctor should be the first contact.
Isn't a chiropractor a doctor?

[golfing eagles]

Isn't a chiropractor a doctor?

They aren’t they simply absconded with the title no different than someone with a PhD in gender studies 😂😂😂

[JMintzer]

And your point is???

It was pretty easy to comprehend...

[jimjamuser]

HI, my wife has hip pain as well. She is almost 50. Xray showed some type of severe arthritis. Eventually we are told she will need a replacement. For now we go to get her an injection into the hip that relieves the pain for over a month. You may want to discuss this option with your doctor.
My wife, who is in the medical field suggests that people avoid a hip replacement whenever possible. She says, "Lots of problems, even pins coming out".

[jimjamuser]

Can anyone recommend a good chiropractor that knows what he’s doing not just a back adjustment or 10 visits, for my wife’s hip pain? Thanks
There is a major step to decide about chiropractors BEFORE you get down to the individual basis. There are about 10 different STYLES of chiropractors ranging from rough and harsh to smooth and gentle. I would suggest to Google the various styles and then find out which is best for you. Then, find out what style some of the local chiropractors are. And then pick an individual that uses the style that works for your wife.

[jimjamuser]

Been doing the chiropractor and massage thing for a while hoping it will help the constantly hurting area surrounding the hip. Finally went to the orthopedic office and the x-ray showed the whole joint bone on bone. Got an ultra sound guided cortisone injection for temporary relief which helped, but need a replacement eventually. Fortunately, I have a high tolerance for pain and am going to power through it a little longer until I am eligible for Medicare and get a good Part G Medigap plan. The good news is that the ortho Doc told me the hip replacement is a picnic in the park compared to the knee replacement I already had done. Dam, all the mogul skiing, water skiing, football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, hiking the white mountains, etc… is coming back to haunt me now.
Interesting that you have done a wide variety of sports. My wife is a medical professional and she is NOT so optimistic about a hip replacement being just a "walk in the park". She has seen some problems, even pins working their way loose. But, since there is "bone on bone" there may be no turning back from a hip replacement. I am NOT a medical professional, but, if it were me, I would check out which is more successful on average hip replacements or knee replacement. If I had to bet a dollar, I would put my money on knee replacements being more successful. Probably Mr. Google could clear that up.
........I hate to say this, but the average American is overweight and I have seen a lot of "big-boned" men and women jocks and ex-jocks limping around carrying too much weight for the sport they are trying to play. That is just a general statement and may not apply in some individual cases.

[jimjamuser]

Interesting that you have done a wide variety of sports. My wife is a medical professional and she is NOT so optimistic about a hip replacement being just a "walk in the park". She has seen some problems, even bolts working their way loose. But, since there is "bone on bone" there may be no turning back from a hip replacement. I am NOT a medical professional, but, if it were me, I would check out which is more successful on average hip replacements or knee replacement. If I had to bet a dollar, I would put my money on knee replacements being more successful. Probably Mr. Google could clear that up.
........I hate to say this, but the average American is overweight and I have seen a lot of "big-boned" men and women jocks and ex-jocks limping around carrying too much weight for the sport they are trying to play. That is just a general statement and may not apply in some individual cases.

[jebartle]

they aren’t they simply absconded with the title no different than someone with a phd in gender studies 😂😂😂

they are doctors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

[patfla06]

My hip pain is bursitis and I’ve had it about 10 years.
Had only 1 out of 3 cortisone shots work by an Orthopedist.
Went to physical therapy and that helped.

The biggest improvement I saw was when I lost and kept off 50 lbs.

[Chi-Town]

Interesting that you have done a wide variety of sports. My wife is a medical professional and she is NOT so optimistic about a hip replacement being just a "walk in the park". She has seen some problems, even bolts working their way loose. But, since there is "bone on bone" there may be no turning back from a hip replacement. I am NOT a medical professional, but, if it were me, I would check out which is more successful on average hip replacements or knee replacement. If I had to bet a dollar, I would put my money on knee replacements being more successful. Probably Mr. Google could clear that up.
........I hate to say this, but the average American is overweight and I have seen a lot of "big-boned" men and women jocks and ex-jocks limping around carrying too much weight for the sport they are trying to play. That is just a general statement and may not apply in some individual cases.

Total hip is a ball and socket. Total knee is a hinge. Hip is an easier procedure with a high success rate. BTW, there are no pin components in a total hip.
Believe me, you would rather have a total hip than a total knee.

[golfing eagles]

they are doctors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

NO, they aren't. By self proclamation they use the title, but that's where any similarity ends.

[Two Bills]

My wife, who is in the medical field suggests that people avoid a hip replacement whenever possible. She says, "Lots of problems, even pins coming out".

Posts like this should be removed.
Total nonsense and untrue.
You should be ashamed.
Stick to saving the planet!

How successful is total hip replacement surgery? In general, the success rate for hip replacement surgery is high: About 95% of patients experience relief from hip pain and 90% to 95% of implants remain viable 10 years after surgery, while 80% to 85% remain so after 20 years.

[Randall55]

And your point is??? I will admit that I have no medical background but I believe I comprehend what golfing eagles was saying. A chiropractor has a PHD but that is where the doctorate stops. They have no medical training in hospitals or an expertise on a particular body part. For example: if you have problems with your eyes, you go to an eye doctor. Heart problems? a heart specialist. I hope you can clearly see the obvious choices.

Then why the hell would anyone go to a glorified massage specialist for their hips (or knees) before going to a bone doctor?

And, I believe golfing eagles was also stating that he was not a surgeon and he does have good bedside manner. But, Thank you very much for your concern.

A second doctor chimes in and some of you still want to argue.

Here is my take away: A knee is a hinge. A hip is a ball and socket. I am a retired contractor. I can clearly see you would not place a pin in a rotating joint. That's like using a nail instead of hinge to aid in the opening/closing of a door. A nail isn't going to help open and close the door. Will it? If I have problems with my hips or knees, I am going to trust a bone specialist not someone's wife or a massaging chiropractor. Both may give me comfort, but can they seriously resolve the true problem?

Before any of you ask, no I have never met either doctor who posted on this thread. Truthfully, I had no idea that one of them is a retired doctor. It is called reading comprehension.

Both doctors may respond to my post, correcting me where I am wrong. But, you know what? I will be smart enough to read carefully and comprehend. Trust the professionals, folks!

[golfing eagles]

I will admit that I have no medical background but I believe I comprehend what golfing eagles was saying. A chiropractor has a PHD but that is where the doctorate stops. They have no medical training in hospitals or an expertise on a particular body part. For example: if you have problems with your eyes, you go to an eye doctor. Heart problems? a heart specialist. I hope you can clearly see the obvious choices.

Then why the hell would anyone go to a glorified massage specialist for their hips (or knees) before going to a bone doctor?

And, I believe golfing eagles was also stating that he was not a surgeon and he does have good bedside manner. But, Thank you very much for your concern.

A second doctor chimes in and some of you still want to argue.

Here is my take away: A knee is a hinge. A hip is a ball and socket. I am a retired contractor. I can clearly see you would not place a pin in a rotating joint. That's like using a nail instead of hinge to aid in the opening/closing of a door. A nail isn't going to help open and close the door. Will it? If I have problems with my hips or knees, I am going to trust a bone specialist not someone's wife or a massaging chiropractor. Both may give me comfort, but can they seriously resolve the true problem?

Before any of you ask, no I have never met either doctor who posted on this thread. Truthfully, I had no idea that one of them is a retired doctor. It is called reading comprehension.

Both doctors may respond to my post, correcting me where I am wrong. But, you know what? I will be smart enough to read carefully and comprehend. Trust the professionals, folks!

Pretty much right on.

But for full disclosure, I often referred patients to chiropractors, mostly when they had chronic back pain unrelieved by traditional therapy. And sometimes it helped, although no idea why.

The caveat is to get a MEDICAL evaluation and diagnosis first. I've had to watch several patients, one a nursing supervisor, die a slow painful death because they went to a chiropractor first. Which is why I worded my posts so harshly---if I could prevent another such death by denigrating chiropractors, so be it.

[Randall55]

Pretty much right on.

But for full disclosure, I often referred patients to chiropractors, mostly when they had chronic back pain unrelieved by traditional therapy. And sometimes it helped, although no idea why.

The caveat is to get a MEDICAL evaluation and diagnosis first. I've had to watch several patients, one a nursing supervisor, die a slow painful death because they went to a chiropractor first. Which is why I worded my posts so harshly---if I could prevent another such death by denigrating chiropractors, so be it. Nice to meet you, Doc! The thread was like playing that old game, What's my line? Looks like I won. Lol. Great advice. (even though some may still disagree.)

[dnobles]

Dr David Kuhn Rt 301 Wildwood

[Whitley]

they are doctors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

Geez now you have confused me. You seemed so sure that they are doctors, but after 25 exclamation points you reconsidered and put a question mark.

[Cybersprings]

Pretty much right on.

But for full disclosure, I often referred patients to chiropractors, mostly when they had chronic back pain unrelieved by traditional therapy. And sometimes it helped, although no idea why.

The caveat is to get a MEDICAL evaluation and diagnosis first. I've had to watch several patients, one a nursing supervisor, die a slow painful death because they went to a chiropractor first. Which is why I worded my posts so harshly---if I could prevent another such death by denigrating chiropractors, so be it.

Not to start up an old argument, but are you aware of any painful deaths caused by medical malpractice of a medical doctor? If not, I will point you to a few cases. If so, would you denigrate that whole area of medicine to prevent just one such death?

[Randall55]

Not to start up an old argument, but are you aware of any painful deaths caused by medical malpractice of a medical doctor? If not, I will point you to a few cases. If so, would you denigrate that whole area of medicine to prevent just one such death? A good friend told me she was not feeling well and was going to see a chiropractor because she had muscle pain under her arm. I wished her well and ended our phone conversation.

A week later, I met up with her and noticed she was having trouble breathing. Literally, gasping for air. I asked her how long she had this, and she told me not to worry. She had another chiropractor appointment the next day. Then, I asked. Were you feeling this way when you first went to the chiropractor? She said yes. Infuriated, I drove her to the emergency room. She was quickly placed into a wheel chair and given oxygen She quickly learned she had pneumonia and was near death.

It is not so much that a chiropractor does what he!she does. It is the erroneous belief that many people have about them. They ARE NOT TRUE medical doctors. No matter how many times they adjust or crack your body, they are unable to help you if, in fact, like my friend, you are near death. In her case, the chiropractor didn't even notice it. Yet, with my amateur eye, I could see that she was in serious condition..

I have never been to a chiropractor. Do they post on their walls a huge sign of what they are licensed to do and what they cannot/willnot do? I asked my friend if she saw something like that in the office of that chiropractor. She stated an emphatic no. People should be informed of what a chiropractor can and can not do. If any of them are like the chiropractor my friend visited, they should be held accountable. Yet, they are not. In the end, my friend was told it was her choice to go there instead of a hospital. No foul done by the chiropractor. I know your question wasnt directed to me. But, I for one, am not a fan of chiropractors and have no plans of going to one, EVER!

[Cybersprings]

A good friend told me she was not feeling well and was going to see a chiropractor because she had muscle pain under her arm. I wished her well and ended our phone conversation.

A week later, I met up with her and noticed she was having trouble breathing. Literally, gasping for air. I asked her how long she had this, and she told me not to worry. She had another chiropractor appointment the next day. Then, I asked. Were you feeling this way when you first went to the chiropractor? She said yes. Infuriated, I drove her to the emergency room. She was quickly placed into a wheel chair and given oxygen She quickly learned she had pneumonia and was near death.

It is not so much that a chiropractor does what he!she does. It is the erroneous belief that many people have about them. They ARE NOT TRUE medical doctors. No matter how many times they adjust or crack your body, they are unable to help you if, in fact, like my friend, you are near death. In her case, the chiropractor didn't even notice it. Yet, with my amateur eye, I could see that she was in serious condition..

I have never been to a chiropractor. Do they post on their walls a huge sign of what they are licensed to do and what they cannot/willnot do? I asked my friend if she saw something like that in the office of that chiropractor. She stated an emphatic no. People should be informed of what a chiropractor can and can not do. If any of them are like the chiropractor my friend visited, they should be held accountable. Yet, they are not. I know your question wasnt directed to me. But, I for one, am not a fan of chiropractors and have no plans of going to one, EVER!

I have no issue whatsoever with you responding to my question to someone else. But you missed my point again. My point is not that Chiropractors cannot and do not make mistakes or even that some are absolute quacks (I went to one of those). My point is not that chiropractors are medical doctors. My point is that there are bad apples, or simply tragic mistakes made by good apples in all professions. Denigrating an entire profession because of one or several tragic cases while apparently excusing them in your own profession seems very hypocritical.

A warning of what to look out for or precautions to take would be great when someone is seeking a good chiropractor. Denigrating an entire profession I believe is unprofessional.

My wife has seen 3 separate medical doctors for this issue with her shoulder blade. Their response, its part of getting old. (yes but her other shoulder blade is the same age and does not have the same issue). She started seeing a chiropractor for it (not via referral) and has received great relief.
My best friend went to the doctor for very bad stomach and indigestion issues. Dr prescibed antacid. This went on for months and he kept seeing the Dr. It was obvious that he was losing weight. He finally (about 8 months later) went to a different doctor and was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer and was dead 3 months later. Should we advise people not to seek out medical attention from all those quack md's? Or should we recognize that this is not the norm? If someone goes to see a chiropractor for pneumonia symptoms, I have to wonder about that person. Did they also not know what a chiropractor is or does?

[Cybersprings]

A good friend told me she was not feeling well and was going to see a chiropractor because she had muscle pain under her arm. I wished her well and ended our phone conversation.

A week later, I met up with her and noticed she was having trouble breathing. Literally, gasping for air. I asked her how long she had this, and she told me not to worry. She had another chiropractor appointment the next day. Then, I asked. Were you feeling this way when you first went to the chiropractor? She said yes. Infuriated, I drove her to the emergency room. She was quickly placed into a wheel chair and given oxygen She quickly learned she had pneumonia and was near death.

It is not so much that a chiropractor does what he!she does. It is the erroneous belief that many people have about them. They ARE NOT TRUE medical doctors. No matter how many times they adjust or crack your body, they are unable to help you if, in fact, like my friend, you are near death. In her case, the chiropractor didn't even notice it. Yet, with my amateur eye, I could see that she was in serious condition..

I have never been to a chiropractor. Do they post on their walls a huge sign of what they are licensed to do and what they cannot/willnot do? I asked my friend if she saw something like that in the office of that chiropractor. She stated an emphatic no. People should be informed of what a chiropractor can and can not do. If any of them are like the chiropractor my friend visited, they should be held accountable. Yet, they are not. In the end, my friend was told it was her choice to go there instead of a hospital. No foul done by the chiropractor. I know your question wasnt directed to me. But, I for one, am not a fan of chiropractors and have no plans of going to one, EVER!

Have you ever seen that at a medical doctor's office?

[Babubhat]

Why take a chance when you can see a video of what treatment to expect in advance?. Be informed and see prior post with link to optimize chance of successful treatment

[JMintzer]

Interesting that you have done a wide variety of sports. My wife is a medical professional and she is NOT so optimistic about a hip replacement being just a "walk in the park". She has seen some problems, even bolts working their way loose. But, since there is "bone on bone" there may be no turning back from a hip replacement. I am NOT a medical professional, but, if it were me, I would check out which is more successful on average hip replacements or knee replacement. If I had to bet a dollar, I would put my money on knee replacements being more successful. Probably Mr. Google could clear that up.
........I hate to say this, but the average American is overweight and I have seen a lot of "big-boned" men and women jocks and ex-jocks limping around carrying too much weight for the sport they are trying to play. That is just a general statement and may not apply in some individual cases.

Care to share her expertise in the subject?

[JMintzer]

Total hip is a ball and socket. Total knee is a hinge. Hip is an easier procedure with a high success rate. BTW, there are no pin components in a total hip.
Believe me, you would rather have a total hip than a total knee.

Shhhh... Facts can be confusing...

[margaretmattson]

Have you ever seen that at a medical doctor's office? I have. The doctor has information about him, information of procedures, his reviews, license, pamphlets, information on walls, medical journals... He is as transparent as can be.

[ftodd85]

There are NO Good or even Fair medical services avail in the Villages.

[golfing eagles]

There are NO Good or even Fair medical services avail in the Villages.

Hmmm.....

And your expertise in medicine to make that statement is???????

Yeah, I thought so.

That being said, I'll agree this isn't Boston or NYC

[Gpsma]

There are NO Good or even Fair medical services avail in the Villages.
So true. The sawbones here are like every other md…on the payroll of the pharmaceutical compainies

[golfing eagles]

So true. The sawbones here are like every other md…on the payroll of the pharmaceutical compainies

Congratulations! That wins the most id***** post of the month award

[Gpsma]

Or perhaps scamming medicare or medicid for unnecessary procedures

[golfing eagles]

Or perhaps scamming medicare or medicid for unnecessary procedures

Looks like someone forgot their neuroleptics today

[Gpsma]

The only MDs worth their weight are those that go to the best of medical schools and work at the most renowned hospitals. The rest can barely put a bandaid on but still want to get rich

[golfing eagles]

The only MDs worth their weight are those that go to the best of medical schools and work at the most renowned hospitals. The rest can barely put a bandaid on but still want to get rich

I’m not going to engage that crap. Get help.

[Randall55]

The only MDs worth their weight are those that go to the best of medical schools and work at the most renowned hospitals. The rest can barely put a bandaid on but still want to get rich New to this forum and starting to learn that some posters love to dig their claws into another's profession and education. What is the purpose?

[Randall55]

I have no issue whatsoever with you responding to my question to someone else. But you missed my point again. My point is not that Chiropractors cannot and do not make mistakes or even that some are absolute quacks (I went to one of those). My point is not that chiropractors are medical doctors. My point is that there are bad apples, or simply tragic mistakes made by good apples in all professions. Denigrating an entire profession because of one or several tragic cases while apparently excusing them in your own profession seems very hypocritical.

A warning of what to look out for or precautions to take would be great when someone is seeking a good chiropractor. Denigrating an entire profession I believe is unprofessional.

My wife has seen 3 separate medical doctors for this issue with her shoulder blade. Their response, its part of getting old. (yes but her other shoulder blade is the same age and does not have the same issue). She started seeing a chiropractor for it (not via referral) and has received great relief.
My best friend went to the doctor for very bad stomach and indigestion issues. Dr prescibed antacid. This went on for months and he kept seeing the Dr. It was obvious that he was losing weight. He finally (about 8 months later) went to a different doctor and was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer and was dead 3 months later. Should we advise people not to seek out medical attention from all those quack md's? Or should we recognize that this is not the norm? If someone goes to see a chiropractor for pneumonia symptoms, I have to wonder about that person. Did they also not know what a chiropractor is or does? I see your point. But, I also understand a need to bring attention to the fact that chiropractors ARE NOT medical doctors. I believe some lives can be saved if people understood this. Some people do not have the education or experience to know the person they are visiting for medical reasons IS NOT a medical doctor. I believe they should have to post this fact in their office.

I almost lost a friend who was misinformed about chiropractors. Had she been aware, she would never have gone in the first place. Denigrate the profession? If that is what it takes for them to be honest with a patient. What is more important? A person's life or keeping quiet that the PHD a chiropractor does NOT make him a medical doctor. (just so we don't hurt their feelings) They have their usefulness, no doubt. But, people should be informed of what that usefulness is.

BTW: A medical doctor denigrating a chiropractor is not hypocritical. You stated both are in the same profession. They are not! A chiropractor IS NOT a medical doctor. I am not in the medical field, but I am going to put myself out there and state -NOT EVEN CLOSE! They only have a few similarities. I have a friend who has a PHD in the field of education. Does that compare to a medical doctor?

[golfing eagles]

I see your point. But, I also understand a need to bring attention to the fact that chiropractors ARE NOT medical doctors. I believe some lives can be saved if people understood this. Some people do not have the education or experience to know the person they are visiting for medical reasons IS NOT a medical doctor. I believe they should have to post this fact in their office.

I almost lost a friend who was misinformed about chiropractors. Had she been aware, she would never have gone in the first place. Denigrate the profession? If that is what it takes for them to be honest with a patient. What is more important? A person's life or keeping quiet that the PHD a chiropractor does NOT make him a medical doctor. (just so we don't hurt their feelings) They have their usefulness, no doubt. But, people should be informed of what that usefulness is.

BTW: A medical doctor denigrating a chiropractor is not hypocritical. You stated both are in the same profession. They are not! A chiropractor IS NOT a medical doctor. I am not in the medical field, but I am going to put myself out there and state -NOT EVEN CLOSE! They only have a few similarities. I have a friend who has a PHD in the field of education. Does that compare to a medical doctor?

Finally someone with common sense, thank you.

Now, I have to go cash my check from the pharmaceutical company that owns me, collect my kickbacks from local pharmacies, and practice applying Band-Aids so I can get "rich".

Isn't it amazing how some posters need to confirm they are total idiots in writing?

[Randall55]

Finally someone with common sense, thank you.

Now, I have to go cash my check from the pharmaceutical company that owns me, collect my kickbacks from local pharmacies, and practice applying Band-Aids so I can get "rich".

Isn't it amazing how some posters need to confirm they are total idiots in writing? I am in the same boat. I am a retired contractor but I have a degree in political science. On one thread, my degree was equated to a college football player, made me smarter than James Madison, and gives me the power to judge all the laws of our land. And, my favorite, I am the real name of the King in the book, The Emperor's New Clothes.

I have a big day ahead, too! I have to participate in a scrimmage, reread the Constitution to make sure James Madison didn't make any mistakes, rule in ALL court proceedings throughout the land, and I have to do all of this naked! When I am finished, I hope you don't mind, I am going to ask my doctor of education friend to prescribe me some pain killers. (Pretty sure I am going to need it.)

[golfing eagles]

I am in the same boat. I am a retired contractor but I have a degree in political science. On one thread, my degree was equated to a college football player, made me smarter than James Madison, and gives me the power to judge all the laws of our land. And, my favorite, I am the real name of the King in the book, The Emperor's New Clothes.

I have a big day ahead, too! I have to participate in a scrimmage, reread the Constitution to make sure James Madison didn't make any mistakes, rule in ALL court proceedings throughout the land, and I have to do all of this naked! When I am finished, I hope you don't mind, I am going to ask my doctor of education friend to prescribe me some pain killers. (Pretty sure I am going to need it.)

But you forgot one thing: God forbid you have a cardiac arrest, but if so, pray there is a chiropractor present to resuscitate you and bring you "back from the dead", unless there is also a PhD in gender studies who knows how to place a pacing Swan-Ganz catheter. (It's like a Band-Aid, only different:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:)

PS: Strangely enough, I returned from Europe last week and imported COVID. Actually, I was pretty sick for a while---T 103.7 and pulse ox dropped to 84%. Fortunately, I was able to find a chiropractor that knew that COVID is caused by spinal subluxation and had just the right "adjustment" to cure it.

[JMintzer]

I see your point. But, I also understand a need to bring attention to the fact that chiropractors ARE NOT medical doctors. I believe some lives can be saved if people understood this. Some people do not have the education or experience to know the person they are visiting for medical reasons IS NOT a medical doctor. I believe they should have to post this fact in their office.

I almost lost a friend who was misinformed about chiropractors. Had she been aware, she would never have gone in the first place. Denigrate the profession? If that is what it takes for them to be honest with a patient. What is more important? A person's life or keeping quiet that the PHD a chiropractor does NOT make him a medical doctor. (just so we don't hurt their feelings) They have their usefulness, no doubt. But, people should be informed of what that usefulness is.

BTW: A medical doctor denigrating a chiropractor is not hypocritical. You stated both are in the same profession. They are not! A chiropractor IS NOT a medical doctor. I am not in the medical field, but I am going to put myself out there and state -NOT EVEN CLOSE! They only have a few similarities. I have a friend who has a PHD in the field of education. Does that compare to a medical doctor?

A chiropractor DOES NOT have a PhD... They receive a DC.

[Randall55]

But you forgot one thing: God forbid you have a cardiac arrest, but if so, pray there is a chiropractor present to resuscitate you and bring you "back from the dead", unless there is also a PhD in gender studies who knows how to place a pacing Swan-Ganz catheter. (It's like a Band-Aid, only different:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:)

PS: Strangely enough, I returned from Europe last week and imported COVID. Actually, I was pretty sick for a while---T 103.7 and pulse ox dropped to 84%. Fortunately, I was able to find a chiropractor that knew that COVID is caused by spinal subluxation and had just the right "adjustment" to cure it. I am looking forward to the ridiculous posts about our exchange. I will need a good chuckle. It will provide me some needed relief from all those boring court proceedings I have attend.

[Randall55]

A chiropractor DOES NOT have a PhD... They receive a DC. Okay.Ithanks for correcting me. I will look up what that means tomorrow. Today, my schedule is full.

[JMintzer]

Okay.Ithanks for correcting me. I will look up what that means tomorrow. Today, my schedule is full.

Doctor of Chiropractic...

[Randall55]

Doctor of Chiropractic... I was just being sarcastic

[golfing eagles]

I am looking forward to the ridiculous posts about our exchange. I will need a good chuckle. It will provide me some needed relief from all those boring court proceedings I have attend.

Hey, they've already dug their hole halfway to China, they've proven that their brain consists of two neurons held together by a spirochete, why wouldn't they just continue? After all, they haven't figured out that we're not laughing with them, we're laughing at them.

[JMintzer]

I was just being sarcastic

https://media.tenor.com/k4shZ1qoqg0AAAAC/sarcameter-sarcasm.gif

[JMintzer]

Hey, they've already dug their hole halfway to China, they've proven that their brain consists of two neurons held together by a spirochete, why wouldn't they just continue? After all, they haven't figured out that we're not laughing with them, we're laughing at them.

"Spirochete"?

I now wonder how many are now feverishly Googling that word... :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[jebartle]

NO, they aren't. By self proclamation they use the title, but that's where any similarity ends.

Sooooo, the term "doctor" must be bestowed by golfing eagle or it doesn't exist. Your such an authority, definitely sarcasm. There are 10,000 patients in NC that called my husband doctor and were delighted with the results, removing the back pain, he NEVER "practiced" medicine, because he was a CHIROPRACTOR and a damn good one.

[golfing eagles]

Sooooo, the term "doctor" must be bestowed by golfing eagle or it doesn't exist. Your such an authority, definitely sarcasm. There are 10,000 patients in NC that called my husband doctor and were delighted with the results, removing the back pain, he NEVER "practiced" medicine, because he was a CHIROPRACTOR and a damn good one.

No, it actually has to be bestowed by an accredited college of medicine, despite your lame jab. And if you had actually read my posts you would have seen that I frequently referred patients to chiropractors, when indicated. The message I was conveying is that NO ONE SHOULD EVER see a chiropractor first, bad things can happen. Even your husband felt better(or should have) when treating a patient who had been diagnosed first. Look, sometimes chiropractic works, but chiropractors have neither the tools or education to diagnose medical problems--in fact I've never heard a "chiropractic diagnosis" that was anything other than "a subluxation of a vertebral body". It's not his fault, it's just that chiropractors don't do the same thing as medical doctors. Unfortunately, many in the public tend to conflate the two professions when they are no where even close to equal. And I don't think the chiropractic community is all that eager to dispel that myth either. Hence, you may consider my posts as a public service announcement.

[Cybersprings]

I see your point. But, I also understand a need to bring attention to the fact that chiropractors ARE NOT medical doctors. I believe some lives can be saved if people understood this. Some people do not have the education or experience to know the person they are visiting for medical reasons IS NOT a medical doctor. I believe they should have to post this fact in their office.

I almost lost a friend who was misinformed about chiropractors. Had she been aware, she would never have gone in the first place. Denigrate the profession? If that is what it takes for them to be honest with a patient. What is more important? A person's life or keeping quiet that the PHD a chiropractor does NOT make him a medical doctor. (just so we don't hurt their feelings) They have their usefulness, no doubt. But, people should be informed of what that usefulness is.

BTW: A medical doctor denigrating a chiropractor is not hypocritical. You stated both are in the same profession. They are not! A chiropractor IS NOT a medical doctor. I am not in the medical field, but I am going to put myself out there and state -NOT EVEN CLOSE! They only have a few similarities. I have a friend who has a PHD in the field of education. Does that compare to a medical doctor?

It is so hard to have a discussion when you have to respond to people saying you said things when it is clear to an average reader that I said the exact opposite. I said Denigrating an entire profession due to screwups while ignoring the same in your own profession…That clearly states that I was saying they were NOT the same profession.

[Babubhat]

It’s Always YMMV. Took 5 different chiropractors to find one that provided permanent relief. Most treat symptoms and not the underlying cause.

No need to endlessly debate credentials. If one isn’t satisfactory try another. If they want to fill up a card run away

[Randall55]

It is so hard to have a discussion when you have to respond to people saying you said things when it is clear to an average reader that I said the exact opposite. I said Denigrating an entire profession due to screwups while ignoring the same in your own profession…That clearly states that I was saying they were NOT the same profession.I reread your post and you did separate the two professions. My mistake. However, I was not talking about screwups in my post. Of course, in any profession, mistakes happen. Misrepresenting yourself as a medical doctor when you are not, is not a screw-up. It is a blatant lie. One that I find atrocious since a person's life is at risk. A person should have a complete understanding of what a chiropractor can and cannot do.

It is not hypocritical to educate people of the difference between a medical doctor and a chiropractor. Because it saves lives, I would argue that is part of a medical doctor's job. I would much rather hear the truth and not have my body realigned or whatever, and told everything will be fine. When just by looking at me one can obviously see medical attention is needed. But that's just it! A chiropractor has no medical training and may not recognize when a patient is in need of a medical doctor's attention.

I would expect a chiropractor to refuse treatment until I received a medical diagnosis. I am not in the medical field, but I can easily understand treating someone who has not been medically diagnosed can lead to unnecessary complications or death. Even a layperson knows, when in doubt, it is best to call 911.

[Babubhat]

I see no relevance to any of this. What may have happened to someone else is only applicable to that person. Go or don’t go. Every experience is individual. It’s as much an art as science. A good chiropractor previously mentioned provided immense personal relief. One more for the ignore list

[Randall55]

I see no relevance to any of this. What may have happened to someone else is only applicable to that person. Go or don’t go. Every experience is individual. It’s as much an art as science. A good chiropractor previously mentioned provided immense personal relief. One more for the ignore list Am I supposed to be insulted? We can all agree to disagree. Or, one can read an entire thread before posting. Or, one can just race to the ignore button. The choice is everyone's to make.

[Cybersprings]

Am I supposed to be insulted? We can all agree to disagree. Or, one can read an entire thread before posting. Or, one can just race to the ignore button. The choice is everyone's to make.

I am not a psychiatrist, but I think I might be detecting some narcissism.
The post to which someone replies was not in response to a post they made. It was at the end of the thread. But yet someone assumed it MUST be them the person's comment was about. It is quite possible the world does not revolve around a single person...but not positive.

[Randall55]

I am not a psychiatrist, but I think I might be detecting some narcissism.
The post to which someone replies was not in response to a post they made. It was at the end of the thread. But yet someone assumed it MUST be them the person's comment was about. It is quite possible the world does not revolve around a single person...but not positive. My post included the words I, we, and everyone. If I did have narcissistic tendencies, I would have used I, I, and I. I am not a psychiatrist, either. I guess I will have to consult one. Thank you for your concern. I especially am thankful you recommended a psychiatrist, who is a medical doctor. I may have gone to a psychologist who is not.

[Cybersprings]

I reread your post and you did separate the two professions. My mistake. However, I was not talking about screwups in my post. Of course, in any profession, mistakes happen.

And I was not addressing my point to your post. You even stated that you knew I was talking to someone else, but..

Golfing Eagles posted "First of all, the term "good chiropractor" is an oxymoron."
In previous posts, he had stated it was as a result of a horrible situation that he handled after a chiropractor bungled it.
So the thread of my argument since people are having problems with that is:

GE denigrates the entire chiropractic profession repeatedly across multiple threads and offers the horrible case as support.
I ask if there are any cases in his profession of medical malpractice. (we all know there are many horrible cases). And if there are (just like his chiropractor example) then should we denigrate the entire medical profession? and lest anyone think I believe we should, I stated no, bad apples and tragic cases with good apples.

For those needing a diagram of the logic:
if a horrible case in one profession condemns the entire profession, then that logic should follow for the other profession too. And I asserted to disagree with that is hypocritical.
But, I was trying to make it clear that I thought such a blanket condemnation based on a (or several) case(s) is wrong.

Please point out the fallacy in that (and not the fallacy in the statements I never made).



Misrepresenting yourself as a medical doctor when you are not, is not a screw-up. It is a blatant lie[/U][/I][/B]. One that I find atrocious since a person's life is at risk. A person should have a complete understanding of what a chiropractor can and cannot do.
Agree. Please point out the case where a chiropractor misrepresented themselves as a medical doctor. It hasn't been mentioned in any post that I have seen yet. I know of no personal examples. Most chiropractors I have seen have went out of their way to say they were not part of the medical establishment. So, you are just stating that for what reason?

It is not hypocritical to educate people of the difference between a medical doctor and a chiropractor. Because it saves lives, I would argue that is part of a medical doctor's job. I would much rather hear the truth and not have my body realigned or whatever, and told everything will be fine.

Again, what is your point? I agree educating people of the difference between a medical doctor and a chiropractor is not hypocritical. Did I or anyone else say it was? It's like you picked a word out of my clearly stated point, and applied it to some other statement to which I never applied it and now want to argue with me about my point (that I never made!!!)
Reread my argument made above. I think a medical doctor OBJECTIVELY explaining the differences between the two professions is great, and then adding and clearly marking as opinion his opinion of the profession is fine. Stating as fact that there are no good chiropractors is a disservice to the community and reflects quite poorly on him (in my opinion).

]When just by looking at me one can obviously see medical attention is needed.

That I am assuming is referencing your friend's case. But from your own post...

A good friend told me she was not feeling well and was going to see a chiropractor because she had muscle pain under her arm. I wished her well and ended our phone conversation.

A week later, I met up with her and noticed she was having trouble breathing. Literally, gasping for air. I asked her how long she had this, and she told me not to worry. She had another chiropractor appointment the next day. Then, I asked. Were you feeling this way when you first went to the chiropractor? She said yes. Infuriated, I drove her to the emergency room. She was quickly placed into a wheel chair and given oxygen She quickly learned she had pneumonia and was near death.

So, you never saw her. You have NO IDEA what she looked like. You talked to her on the phone. When you asked her if she was feeling this way when she first went to the chiropractor, she said yes. But you immediately took her to the emergency room and she was near death. If she was in the exact same condition one week later, how near death was she? Or, significantly more likely, she was near death when you took her to the ER, but a week earlier when she went to the chiropractor she was nowhere near as bad and her condition deteriorated over the week (since that kind of how illnes works.) And the chiropractor never saw her in the same condition that you did because you took her to the ER instead. Do you know the chiropractor would not have seen the same thing you saw and sent her to the ER?


Now to get to the part about your posts that I think are hypocritical.

From your post
I disagree. I am kinda new to this forum. It seems like some people on these threads can't see the obvious when it is right in front of them. Instead, they want to continue with banter and can't imagine they are highly outgunned. Instead, they WONDER why someone would keep trying to correct them.

When someone points out that they have a Masters Degree in Political Science and that others debating with them are "outgunned" and should back down and take their points as correct, despite all the incorrect statements made and false logic, but then states clearly that they have no medical background and have never even been to a chiropractor but continually weighs in on the topic of chiropractic, despite being outgunned, that would be hypocritical. Just so I am clear, I think you have every right to weigh in on this topic, just like everyone else does. JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE DOES ON TOPICS YOU THINK YOU ARE THE EXPERT IN.

[Challenger]

How about a "real Physician" ie Orthopedic Surgeon?

Find out what is really the problem and let the Doc refer follow up treatment.

[Randall55]

How about a "real Physician" ie Orthopedic Surgeon?

Find out what is really the problem and let the Doc refer follow up treatment.Good advice.Get a medical diagnosis.

[Cybersprings]

Good advice.Get a medical diagnosis.

Kind of unfair to direct this to you, you are just the most recent post, but...

I went all the way back to the original post. Do any of us know if this was the first occurence of the hip pain for the OP's wife? He never stated. She might have had Xrays, MRIs, and seen multiple doctors with no real diagnosis or relief. And (possibly)at their other home, a chiropractor has provided relief.

So, how about,

If this is a new hip pain situation or you haven't sought out the help of a medical doctor, you should probably do that first. If you have already done that and are still looking for the recommendation of a good chiropractor...
(a) I have had great results with......
(b) I can't help you with a recommendation